Lead Night Security Systems Technician (Travel + Per Diem)

Intuit, Inc.; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Techwise Integrated Security is seeking a Lead Security Systems Technician to head small installation crews on commercial alarm and low‑voltage projects. This hands‑on role focuses on installing, troubleshooting, and coordinating field work with 1–3 technicians.

The ideal candidate will understand alarm systems, data loops, IP cameras, and be comfortable working night shifts from 8:30 PM to 6:30 AM, often away from Petersburg on multi‑night assignments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional low‑voltage, alarm, security‑system, or related installation experience.
• Strong practical understanding of commercial alarm systems.
• Understanding of NC, NO, and C contacts.
• Experience with alarm relays and dry contacts.
• Understanding of supervised circuits and end‑of‑line resistors.
• Experience with addressable modules and devices.
• Understanding of data/SLC loops.
• Ability to troubleshoot low‑voltage wiring faults using a multimeter.
• Ability to lead 1–3 other technicians.
• Comfortable spending extended periods working from a scissor lift.
• Ability to work 8:30 PM–6:30 AM night shifts.
• Ability to travel and stay out of town for multiple nights during the workweek.

Responsibilities

• Lead 1–3 other technicians on commercial installation projects.
• Review project drawings, scopes of work, and installation requirements.
• Plan daily field activities and assign work to crew members.
• Keep the crew productive and moving toward project completion.
• Independently troubleshoot installation challenges and unexpected field conditions.
• Determine practical solutions when site conditions differ from drawings.
• Communicate project progress, material needs, delays, and field issues to the Project Manager.
• Install and troubleshoot commercial alarm and security systems.
• Install CCTV and IP camera systems.
• Install burglar/intrusion alarm, fire alarm, and related systems.
• Wire and troubleshoot alarm contacts, relays, modules, and field devices.
• Install and troubleshoot addressable modules and devices.
• Work with addressable data/SLC loops.
• Pull, route, terminate, label, and test low‑voltage cabling.
• Terminate Cat5e/Cat6 cabling using RJ45 connectors.
• Punch down Cat5e/Cat6 onto patch panels, keystone jacks, and other head‑end equipment.
• Test and troubleshoot Ethernet cabling.
• Install cameras, alarm devices, panels, and related equipment.
• Perform basic conduit, flex, pathway, and cable‑support installation.
• Read floor plans, construction drawings, and system documentation.
• Train and assist less‑experienced technicians.

Skills

Low-voltage installation

Alarm systems

Team leadership

Field troubleshooting

IP camera systems

RJ45 crimping

Scissor lift

Night shifts

Travel readiness

Tools

Multimeter

Cable testing

Job description

Techwise Integrated Security is seeking a Lead Security Systems Technician to head small installation crews on commercial alarm and low‑voltage projects. This hands‑on role focuses on installing, troubleshooting, and coordinating field work with 1–3 technicians.

The ideal candidate will understand alarm systems, data loops, IP cameras, and be comfortable working night shifts from 8:30 PM to 6:30 AM, often away from Petersburg on multi‑night assignments.